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MA S2138

Promoting road safety


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
11/18/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to promote road safety. Transportation.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a voluntary "yellow dot" program in Massachusetts, allowing individuals aged 62 or older and those with chronic illnesses to obtain a yellow dot window decal and folder for their vehicle. The purpose of the program is to provide critical health information to emergency responders in the event of an accident or medical emergency involving the participant. The bill outlines the program materials, including the window decal, health information card, and envelope, and authorizes the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to charge a fee to cover the program's costs. It also provides liability protection for emergency responders who act in good faith based on the information provided by program participants.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 11/18/2019)

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